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INTRODUCING THE 2022 - 2023 MBGS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERS
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President – Jennifer Trout, Western Michigan University
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Vice President – Andrea Munoz-Hernandez, Ph.D., GISP. Mich. Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy
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Secretary – John Yellich, Michigan Geological Survey
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Treasurer – Peter Rose Michigan Department of Natural Resources
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Business Manager – Peter Rose, Michigan Department of Natural Resources
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Past President – Chris Christensen, Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy
MBGS has monthly meetings typically on the 2nd Wednesday
of each month from September - May
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2022 MBGS E.Z. MANOS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Michigan Basin Geological Society will award two scholarships up to $500 each to students conducting graduate or undergraduate research in geology related to Michigan. The scholarships will be awarded at an upcoming MBGS meeting and the winner(s) will be notified In December. We hope recipients can attend a spring MBGS meeting to present their research topic. Candidates should complete and submit the MBGS scholarship application form by December 20, 2022 to John A. Yellich, MBGS Secretary, at john.a.yellich@wmich.edu with subject Line: MBGS Scholarship 2022.
Applications and more information can be found on MBGS’s Scholarship Page
MBGS MEMBERSHIP DUES
MBGS continues to strive to provide a platform for geologist and environmental professionals to connect and offer learning and field trip opportunities. For 2021-2022, our annual dues are $35. Student Membership is free. Email any one of our officers if you are a student and would like to be a member. We now offer the option to renew your professional membership via PayPal. Please refer to the renewal notices that are included in the newsletter. Student Membership is free.
MBGS Survey
In an effort to better fulfill our mission of providing a forum for the discussion and study of the geology of Michigan and the Great Lakes area through meetings and field trips, we are asking for your input. Please fill out a questionaire at Survey Monkey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JY9V385. There is a copy of the survey included in the newsletter.
Professional Membership Dues
MBGS continues to strive to provide a platform for geologist and environmental professionals to connect and offer learning and field trip opportunities. For 2022-2023, our annual dues will increase to $35 for members. Student memberships are free, but they
need to fill out the Student Membership Registration Form (above). Renewal notices are included in the newsletter.
OTHER NEWS: MBGS HISTORICAL PUBLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON USB FLASH DRIVES (8GB).
MBGS Publications ‐ There are two (2) new publications available! See details on the Publications page
MBGS On-line Store - Shop for shirts, hats, bags and other items. Check it out at: http://www.cafepress.com/mbgs
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Michigan Basin Geological Society Membership
Dues
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Be part of a relevant, dynamic, statewide professional geoscience organization.
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Network at meetings, social functions, workshops and field trips.
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Opportunities to volunteer and work with your peers.
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It’s inexpensive with annual dues of only $35 (students $10)
MBGS continues to strive to provide a platform for geologist and environmental professionals to connect and offer learning and field trip opportunities. For 2021-2022, our annual dues will increase to $35 for members. Student dues will remain at $10. Renewal notices are included in the newsletter.
It is time to submit the 2020‐2021 MBGS membership dues. Included in the newsletter and below are two renewal notices. Annual membership is $35 for members and $10 for students. Please fill out the appropriate membership form and mail in with payment. Renew your membership today!
If you are interested in becoming a member, please download and fill out
the application form below and follow submission and mailing instructions on the form.
Please also download and read the Michigan Basin Geological Society Constitution.
Michigan Basin Geological Society Application
RENEWAL Application for Current Members
Membership Directory
Michigan Basin Geological Society Application Dues Invoice
Michigan Basin Geological Society Application Dues Invoice- Student
Michigan Basin Geological Society Constitution
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Organizes monthly meetings featuring technical presentations from local and national.
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Sponsors and organizes field trips.
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Annually sponsors college scholarships for geology students
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Members give geological presentations to schools, scouts and other organizations
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Affiliated with the American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) and the regional AAPG-Eastern Section.